When The Leaves
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C G Am
When the leaves turn brown
F Am G
And they cover this lonely town
C G Am
And I miss your kiss
F G C
When the leaves turn brown
C G Am
When the snow comes down
F Am G
And it covers this lonely town
C G Am
Then I miss your kiss
F G C
When the snow comes down
Am F G
On Christmas evenings like this
Am F G
I wonder if it’s me you’ll miss
F C G
When Christmas carols fill every space
F G
And I think of your hands upon my face
C G Am
When the trees come down
F Am G
I’m sweeping needles up from the ground
C G Am
And I miss your kiss
F G Am
On a Christmas night like this
F G C Am
On a Christmas night like this
F G C
On a Christmas night like this
How to play When The Leaves
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is C. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.